Corporate Operations: Page 197


  • GMA defections continue; Tyson, Unilever will not renew membership

    Two more major industry players have announced they're leaving the trade organization at the end of the year, bringing the total number of Big Food defections to six.

    By Erika Kincaid • Dec. 15, 2017
  • United Natural Foods could be the biggest winner in the Amazon-Whole Foods deal

    The natural and organic distributor's financials have rebounded following the online retailer's $13.7 billion acquisition, but some question whether the company's relationship with its biggest grocery client will last.

    By Pamela DeLoatch • Dec. 15, 2017
  • Trendline

    Mergers and acquisitions

    Declining sales and slowing consumption have more companies divesting brands, opening the door for smaller players and private equity firms to expand their portfolios.  

    By Food Dive staff
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    Vita Coco debuts new coconut milk beverage

    The product, which includes cream and water from the drupe, would compete with alternative options made from soy, almonds and rice that are popular with consumers.

    By Cassie Chew • Dec. 15, 2017
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    Campbell Soup approaches Snyder's-Lance for potential acquisition

    The snacking company has turned to an investment bank after being approached by the New Jersey firm and another unnamed potential buyer.

    By Erika Kincaid • Dec. 15, 2017
  • Survey: Shoppers love Aldi, but say Walmart's customer experience lags

    Retail Feedback Group found that 33% of shoppers who visited the discounter in the past 60 days plan to visit more often, compared to just 10% who said the same for the mega-retailer.

    By Pamela DeLoatch • Dec. 14, 2017
  • Sales shine for Sanderson Farms, but profits slip in Q4

    The nation's third-largest poultry company said seasonal price declines, hurricane disruptions and higher corn prices weakened its net income for the quarter.

    By Cathy Siegner • Dec. 14, 2017
  • Move over, soda. Meat could be next on the menu for a special tax.

    Beef, pork and lamb may be among the products subjected to a surcharge by governments as a way to improve public health and lower greenhouse gas emissions.

    By Erika Kincaid • Dec. 14, 2017
  • Avocad-nos? Retailer peddling designer fruit without a pit.

    London-based Marks and Spencer is offering a limited supply of the Spanish-grown fruit at $2.70 each, significantly higher than the traditional variety.

    By Cathy Siegner • Dec. 14, 2017
  • Happy Family taps new CEO, teases 'breakthrough developments' in 2018

    Founder Shazi Visram will be replaced by the organic baby food company's senior vice president of business development, Anne Laraway, in the new year. 

    By Cassie Chew • Dec. 14, 2017
  • Shipt happens: Target acquires e-commerce service for $550M

    The Minneapolis retailer will offer same-day grocery delivery at half its stores by early next year before expanding to its entire footprint by the 2018 holiday season.

    By Jeff Wells • Dec. 13, 2017
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    Dollar General will grow fresh produce offerings to 100 more retailers

    The discounter's CEO Todd Vasos said stores with fruits and vegetables have sales that are three times higher, and envisions potentially adding the department to more than a third of the chain's locations.

    By Pamela DeLoatch • Dec. 13, 2017
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    Grocery delivery companies see a windfall thanks to Amazon-Whole Foods deal

    Instacart has increased its market coverage more than fivefold this year, while Shipt has grown to 22 new markets and expects to hit $1 billion in revenue in 2018.

    By Jeff Wells • Dec. 13, 2017
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    Soylent taps new CEO as it explores brick-and-mortar expansion

    President Bryan Crowley, who has held senior level positions at KeVita, Pabst Brewing Company, Mars and Anheuser-Busch, will replace company founder Rob Rhinehart. 

    By Erika Kincaid • Dec. 13, 2017
  • Some consumers waffle on breakfast as a morning option

    A DSM survey found that of the 15% of people who skip the meal, nearly four out of 10 say it’s because they don’t have the time.

    By Cassie Chew • Dec. 13, 2017
  • Some snack bars are more junk food than healthy, policy group claims

    According to the Cornucopia Institute, manufacturers are cutting corners when it comes to sourcing ingredients in their products.

    By Cathy Siegner • Dec. 12, 2017
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    The Fresh Market names Wegmans vet as new marketing lead

    Mary Kellmanson, who recently worked as chief marketing officer for Skeeter Snacks, will oversee the specialty grocer's marketing, brand strategy and public relations.

    By Jeff Wells • Dec. 12, 2017
  • Lidl adjusts real estate strategy to reach more customers

    The discounter wants to focus on locations between 15,000 and 25,000 square feet in order to penetrate more East Coast markets.

    By Jeff Wells • Dec. 12, 2017
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    NadaMoo raises $4M to milk its growth

    The maker of dairy-free frozen desserts, which launched in 2005, has expanded to about 4,000 stores as consumers look for more  plant-based items.

    By Cassie Chew • Dec. 12, 2017
  • Deep Dive

    How Big Food has cleaned up its labeling act

    Manufacturers are increasingly removing artificial ingredients from their products, but how they've gone about doing it and the ways customers have reacted vary.

    By Cathy Siegner • Dec. 11, 2017
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    Cleaning up a product label can be a challenging endeavor

    Nestle and Campbell Soup are among the major food companies that have changed their ingredient lists in response to consumer demand, but overhauling a beloved recipe can be difficult and time consuming.

    By Dec. 11, 2017
  • Seattle judge orders Whole Foods to reopen 365 store

    The retailer violated the terms of its lease with the Bellevue Square mall, which required the store stay open for at least 10 years out of its 20-year lease. 

    By Jeff Wells • Dec. 11, 2017
  • Lidl halts construction on New Jersey store

    The discounter has reportedly pulled back from sites in Virginia, Pennsylvania and Ohio as well, citing budgetary restrictions and a shift in focus away from smaller markets. 

    By Jeff Wells • Dec. 11, 2017
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    Kroger leans on customer data to create unique, personalized store experiences

    The next phase of the grocer's revamping initiative is underway as retail space is optimized for consumer preferences and localized assortments.

    By Sandy Skrovan • Dec. 11, 2017
  • Hershey hits the sweet spot with Cookie Layer Crunch product

    The candy line, launched last December, has posted retail sales of $100 million and helped the company boost its appeal among millennials and young families.  

    By Cathy Siegner • Dec. 11, 2017
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    Personalized nutrition could reach the masses if hurdles can be overcome

    Tailor-made meal plans could be the next big idea, but their roll out could be delayed as a lack of understanding and high costs turn off low- and middle-income consumers.

    By Erika Kincaid • Dec. 11, 2017